r/international
/r/international is a subreddit for discussion about politics, economics, and culture around the world. News or first-hand reports from…
How to think about r/international
The community focuses on global discussions surrounding politics, economics, and culture, providing a platform for news and firsthand reports from various countries. It stands out for its emphasis on international perspectives and diverse viewpoints, encouraging members to share insights and analyses on current events and trends that shape the world. The community fosters a rich dialogue about international relations and cultural exchanges.
Confidence 4/5
Audience
Members are typically engaged individuals interested in global affairs, including students, professionals, and enthusiasts from various backgrounds. They often seek to understand complex international issues and share their own experiences or knowledge. The vibe is generally inquisitive and respectful, with participants valuing informed discussions and diverse opinions.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes well-researched articles, personal experiences related to international events, and insightful commentary on global issues. Posts that lack depth or are overly promotional tend to be downvoted. The community appreciates a steady flow of content, with active discussions often occurring around significant global events or news, making timely contributions more likely to succeed.
Brand engagement notes
Brands should approach this community with caution, as overt promotion is often met with skepticism. Authentic engagement, such as sharing valuable insights, participating in discussions, or providing expert commentary on relevant topics, tends to be more welcomed. Brands can also consider hosting AMAs or collaborating with knowledgeable members to foster trust and credibility. Content that aligns with the community's focus on international issues and cultural exchanges is likely to resonate better.
Top keywords
What r/international talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
Top external domains linked from posts and comments — a quick read on the sources of truth this audience trusts.
Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/InternationalForm3
- u/miarrial
- u/Strict-Marsupial6141
- u/dannylenwinn
- u/Actual-Obligation728
- u/Jane-in-the-jungle
- u/Master-Strawberry-26
- u/erinswider
- u/Laiba-01
- u/Mainlyhappy
- u/[deleted]
- u/e-idp121
- u/jerrygrzegorzek
- u/Mud_666
- u/One_Lawfulness_1073
- u/Mindless-Homework-42
- u/Shefali_04
- u/khushraho
- u/TurretLauncher
- u/snooshoe
- u/Particular_Trifle554
- u/QuizmasterLaw
- u/Aqua_Marine_11
- u/Logical-Job-5739
- u/Menatil
- u/Different-Carpet-159
- u/MeditativeWonders
- u/MarshallBrain
- u/Marco__Smith
- u/madieh12
- u/stapleneptune
- u/LoquatEvening
- u/CKyle18
- u/daddclass
- u/JourneyingJamie
- u/AudiumCrow
- u/i-NisarHussain
- u/Boneman01010
- u/ComprehensiveDeer347
- u/MutantCookieMan
- u/Wide-Poem555
- u/Daily_India_Observer
- u/puzzZZZZZZ
- u/ZydecoOccultist
- u/howtobeastudent
- u/elizab1tchs
- u/IncomeMaster876
- u/tsnoj
- u/laynedrea
- u/Status-Chocolate8602
- u/Thoughts_98
- u/lplegend3075
- u/No_Tangerine154
- u/Capital-Royal252
- u/IntExpExplained
- u/odkb-csto
- u/gllamura
- u/Bright_Mammoth_3948
- u/Specialist_Art_3798
- u/Expensive-Pop-5949
- u/onpointexpress
- u/DieDoris99
- u/Positive_Animator737
- u/Ill-Independence6473
- u/Curious_AG98
- u/We_Local
- u/Overall-Buffalo1320
- u/UIUC-Slander
- u/SureHistory593
- u/sheikh_saman_masih
- u/Unable-Memory-3705
- u/KaatBx
- u/turner_k8
- u/No_Line1986
- u/plettpaul
- u/daryls_dog
- u/jarrettwilson1990
- u/thinkbank505
- u/garraway
- u/Interestednb
- u/Nick_is_here816
- u/Antzela_Tsela
- u/iiiemseo08
- u/shashankdhuliya
- u/Hopeful_Addition7834
- u/maxim_hampton
- u/Wonderful_Cause9959
- u/Visible_Sun699
- u/Still-Front-1485
- u/Life-Tough-Place-23
By votes
- u/Actual-Obligation728
- u/miarrial
- u/InternationalForm3
- u/Jane-in-the-jungle
- u/Strict-Marsupial6141
- u/dannylenwinn
- u/Master-Strawberry-26
- u/Laiba-01
- u/erinswider
- u/khushraho
- u/Menatil
- u/Mainlyhappy
- u/[deleted]
- u/Different-Carpet-159
- u/MeditativeWonders
- u/Mindless-Homework-42
- u/Shefali_04
- u/snooshoe
- u/TurretLauncher
- u/MarshallBrain
- u/madieh12
- u/stapleneptune
- u/Marco__Smith
- u/LoquatEvening
- u/CKyle18
- u/daddclass
- u/JourneyingJamie
- u/e-idp121
- u/AudiumCrow
- u/i-NisarHussain
- u/ComprehensiveDeer347
- u/Mud_666
- u/Boneman01010
- u/MutantCookieMan
- u/puzzZZZZZZ
- u/howtobeastudent
- u/jerrygrzegorzek
- u/One_Lawfulness_1073
- u/Wide-Poem555
- u/Daily_India_Observer
- u/ZydecoOccultist
- u/Particular_Trifle554
- u/elizab1tchs
- u/IncomeMaster876
- u/tsnoj
- u/laynedrea
- u/Status-Chocolate8602
- u/Thoughts_98
- u/lplegend3075
- u/Capital-Royal252
- u/IntExpExplained
- u/odkb-csto
- u/gllamura
- u/Bright_Mammoth_3948
- u/Specialist_Art_3798
- u/Expensive-Pop-5949
- u/onpointexpress
- u/DieDoris99
- u/Positive_Animator737
- u/QuizmasterLaw
- u/Logical-Job-5739
- u/Life-Tough-Place-23
- u/No_Tangerine154
- u/Ill-Independence6473
- u/Curious_AG98
- u/We_Local
- u/Overall-Buffalo1320
- u/UIUC-Slander
- u/SureHistory593
- u/sheikh_saman_masih
- u/Unable-Memory-3705
- u/KaatBx
- u/turner_k8
- u/No_Line1986
- u/Aqua_Marine_11
- u/plettpaul
- u/daryls_dog
- u/jarrettwilson1990
- u/thinkbank505
- u/garraway
- u/Interestednb
- u/Nick_is_here816
- u/Antzela_Tsela
- u/iiiemseo08
- u/shashankdhuliya
- u/Hopeful_Addition7834
- u/maxim_hampton
- u/Wonderful_Cause9959
- u/Visible_Sun699
- u/Still-Front-1485
Top commenters
By comment count
- u/Jane-in-the-jungle
- u/[deleted]
- u/non-spesifics
- u/Key-Assistant-1757
- u/enools
- u/Ear_Enthusiast
- u/gnrcbmn
- u/jeerabiscuit
- u/ladeedah1988
- u/Caponara
- u/GrnPlesioth
- u/K3IRRR
- u/tiagodutra
- u/49thDipper
- u/crt_nc
- u/CoolPersonified
- u/ja_maz
- u/LFCSpectre
- u/wargio
- u/33Trees
- u/FappinPhilly
- u/kk1116
- u/Cannonballblues62
- u/kakimiller
- u/roadfood
- u/arealhumanbe
- u/Jolly_Ad5347
- u/jimcamx
- u/GS7275
- u/miroslavfl
- u/miarrial
- u/holybaloneyriver
- u/_TheQwertyCat_
- u/newswall-org
- u/Aellithion
- u/hedanpedia
- u/FreeHugs4Sale
- u/TheDogsNameWasFrank
- u/puzzZZZZZZ
- u/thezoomies
By votes
- u/Jane-in-the-jungle
- u/[deleted]
- u/non-spesifics
- u/Caponara
- u/enools
- u/GrnPlesioth
- u/49thDipper
- u/kk1116
- u/Cannonballblues62
- u/roadfood
- u/hedanpedia
- u/Ear_Enthusiast
- u/crt_nc
- u/Key-Assistant-1757
- u/FappinPhilly
- u/kakimiller
- u/Jolly_Ad5347
- u/miarrial
- u/puzzZZZZZZ
- u/gnrcbmn
- u/jeerabiscuit
- u/ladeedah1988
- u/K3IRRR
- u/tiagodutra
- u/CoolPersonified
- u/ja_maz
- u/LFCSpectre
- u/wargio
- u/33Trees
- u/jimcamx
- u/GS7275
- u/miroslavfl
- u/holybaloneyriver
- u/_TheQwertyCat_
- u/newswall-org
- u/Aellithion
- u/FreeHugs4Sale
- u/TheDogsNameWasFrank
- u/thezoomies
- u/arealhumanbe
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FAQ
r/international — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/international have?
r/international has approximately 49,728 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/international created?
r/international was created on October 22, 2008 (18 years ago).
What is r/international about?
The community focuses on global discussions surrounding politics, economics, and culture, providing a platform for news and firsthand reports from various countries. It stands out for its emphasis on international perspectives and diverse viewpoints, encouraging members to share insights and analyses on current events and trends that shape the world. The community fosters a …
What subreddits are similar to r/international?
Communities similar to r/international include r/businessnews, r/internationalpolitics, r/newshub, r/globalnews, r/thechinanerd.
Who are the most active posters on r/international?
The most frequent posters on r/international include u/InternationalForm3, u/miarrial, u/Strict-Marsupial6141.
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